Camavinga Injury Blow: Real Madrid Star Doubtful For La Liga Start!

Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga has suffered an ankle sprain, casting doubt over his availability for the start of the La Liga season. This news comes as a blow to both the player and manager Xabi Alonso, who was hoping to integrate Camavinga into his plans for the new campaign.

Camavinga's Injury Details

The injury occurred during a training session, with medical tests confirming a sprain in Camavinga's right ankle. While the injury isn't considered serious, the estimated recovery time of around ten days will likely rule him out of the opening La Liga match against Osasuna on August 19th.

He will also miss the friendly match against WSG Tirol in Austria, denying Xabi Alonso a chance to further assess Camavinga's role within the team. This pre-season has been shortened due to the Club World Cup in June.

Injury History Concerns

This latest setback adds to Camavinga's recent injury record. In the 2024-25 season, he missed a significant 35 games for both club and country, primarily due to muscular problems. This marks the fifth injury he has sustained in under a year, raising concerns among the coaching staff and fans alike. With Luka Modric's departure, Camavinga had a golden opportunity to establish himself as a key player in midfield.

Camavinga joins Jude Bellingham, Endrick, and Ferland Mendy on the injury list, presenting Xabi Alonso with early challenges as he seeks to build a successful team. The club will be hoping for a swift recovery for the young midfielder, who is seen as a vital part of their future.

Real Madrid is yet to provide a detailed timeline for Camavinga's return, but it is expected that he could use the international break in September to fully recover and return to action for the fourth matchday of La Liga. The club's medical staff will closely monitor his progress.